La Velada Del Año 5: Ibai Llanos Breaks Twitch Record With Epic Stream

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 I must confess that I was in a state of disbelief upon hearing the news of La Velada del Año 5 for the first time; I had certain preconceptions that it would turn out to be nothing more than another farcical experience on the web, with too much hype and not enough real substance behind it to warrant it. But the spectacle that unfolded at Seville's La Cartuja stadium totally changed my perceptions in a fundamental and unexpected way. I was utterly entranced and could not look away from the screen, as millions of others around the world, watching something that was so much, much more than just boxing or music—what I was watching was definitely a cultural phenomenon of gigantic proportions.

Spanish streamer and a household name

Ibai Llanos, the popular Spanish streamer and a household name in Twitching circles, managed to gather an astonishing audience of 80,000 live viewers, as well as attracting more than 3.85 million streaming devices watching simultaneously at the same time (and yes, this staggering feat beat Twitch's previous record!). Just spare a thought for the whirlwind ride: someone who began his working life in a crazy nightclub with Barcelona-based operations back in 2021 has now come so far that he can fill an arena, delivering an environment that is brimming with the kind of energy and passion you'd expect of an electric Champions League final. Against this, I got to watch every second of this staggering spectacle from the comfort of my very own sofa, where I was screaming with joy, crying tears of joy, and agog at the sheer spectacle in front of me.

La Velada is more than boxing. It's a festival of artists, music, and production on a completely different level. 36 cameras and a setup quality equal to LaLiga, the atmosphere was movie-like. The stadium was hot at 38°C, but Llanos and crew were ready—hydration stations, canopies, misting, and an early start allowed fans to beat the heat. Seriously, all this planning is deserving of a standing ovation.

The Intense and Thrilling Battles That Made Us Sit on the Edge of Our Seats

For the first time in history, this specific edition took place at night, and that contributed hugely to the dramatic atmosphere that hung over the intense combat that had been waged amidst the magical Spanish evening sky. Seven fights illuminated the ring with an electrifying atmosphere, which matched creator with creator. Let's have a look at how the card was set up and how the events went down:

1. The meeting of Peereira7 and Rivaldios.

2. The rivalry or face-off of Gaspi and Perxitaa

3. The competition or rivalry between Abby and Roro

4. Andoni vs Carlos Belcas match

5. The match between Alana and Ari Geli

6. Viruzz v. Tomás Mazza

7. TheGrefg vs. Westcol (No joke—this was my personal favorite, and the crowd went completely wild!)

The meeting of actual physical labor and unbridled emotional storytelling that occurs in each and every match quite literally brought into focus the reasons these creator events strike so powerfully on the personal level. We are witnessing human beings we have come to know and respect for decades of their lives boldly putting heart on the line in a very public manner.

And Then There Was Music…

If the rounds of boxing themselves weren't quite enough to maintain the night's energy, then the phenomenal musical performances were more than happy to take this event to the next level. With each second, I was able to clearly feel the beat and rhythm of each and every song pulsating and vibrating through the stream, adding to the overall experience:

1. Myke Towers

2. Grupo Frontera

3. Los Del Rio, the band.

4. Eladio Carrión 5. De La Rose

6. Melendi

7. Aitana (she was nothing less than brilliant)

The explosive combination of so much musical influence and high-energy performances served to make the atmosphere nothing less than electric. In a moment that will forever be remembered, Arcángel guested with Westcol for a special feature on a classic dramatic walkout that had the crowd in goosebumps.

Where I Watched

I tuned in to share in a thrilling broadcast on Ibai's Twitch stream (twitch.tv/ibai) and millions of other hardcore fans from all corners of the globe. Did I not have a ticket? Do not worry about it, because that was by no means the problem at all. The show was so phenomenally well done that it really did feel like I was watching the action close up and personal from front-row seats in the lively city of Seville. The stream was at 10 PM Miami time, and although it did mean that I was going to have to stay up very late in the night, I would not trade or swap this amazing experience for anything else in the world.

The broader and more encompassing perspective.

One of the most amazing things that has sort of gone unnoticed for most of the media is the sheer amount of **corporate sponsorship** attracted. Brands like Spotify, Coca-Cola, Revolut, Mahou, Cerave, Nothing, InfoJobs, Grefusa, ALSA, VICIO, and Maxibon have all pledged to become sponsors for the event. This amount of sponsorship is not just an act of goodwill—this is the real deal. What was started as a Twitch event has grown into something much, much bigger. It's become a **mainstream entertainment giant** which cannot be dismissed or ignored. From humble and humble beginnings to a global phenomenon with individuals from around the globe, La Velada del Año 5 is not a stream; it's a sea change in live entertainment. It is sound proof that content producers have forever altered the way we engage and view live events.

 Additionally, I had the amazing opportunity to be a part of this marvelous experience. And I also got the great opportunity of being included in this great journey.

Would I be watching it next year?

No question. Now, excuse me for a while, I really do need to watch it for the third time for that highly anticipated and exciting battle between Westcol and Grefg.